Wild Orchids

Wild Orchids

'Wild Orchid' fits perfectly in this space. 

From the Void

'From the Void'. This painting I created to add a sense of drama.

In Flight

'In Flight' I created this painting to suit this space.

The Calling

 'The Calling', an original artwork I designed for the space.

Unity in an interior

Unity in an interior

Unity creates order by the combination of cohesion, consistency, integrity and wholeness. In other words unity is integrated and supported by all the other design principles.

In the image chosen for unity, the design of the interior blends and sits well with the exterior and in the outside environment. The mission was to take the inside and outside and fuse them together in an easy seamless transition.

Natural materials of stone and wood are important considerations in linking the interior, exterior and nature. Inside, the huge expanse of glass panels blur the lines between the inside and the outside, whilst on the outside, strengthening the emphasis on the landscape the infinity water pool suddenly disappears into the wilderness. The large scale of the buildings sits comfortably in amongst the endless vastness. In total the design makes an obvious reference to nature in use of materials and layout so as to encourage the viewer to look beyond the limitations of the house and journey out into the distance.

Along with the materials, the colours and textures used mimic the natural world. Balance is found in an equal distribution of visual weight and shape in two buildings. The large windows allow for plenty of natural light to flood the rooms. The structures are evenly composed taking into account the rule of thirds, with the landscape in the centre being the key focus.

The emotional response here is of casual ease, harmony, tranquillity and oneness. Thought and feelings conjure up a vacation on an opulent resort somewhere in a remote destination far far away from the urban sprawl.

Scale in an interior

Scale in an interior

One way of leading the viewer’s eye and calling attention to a focal point is by the use of scale.

The oversized clock here is intentionally emphasised and geared to generate a sense of high drama. By taking advantage of the space the exaggerated object makes a bold statement and produces total impact. In this instance the clock also acts as a functional work of art.

In any décor other than a contemporary style, this clock would definitely look out of place, however, there is a movement at present for focal objects to be over sized, the scale of this piece is therefore not out of place nor ostentatious. Hence, the streamlined sleek style, and the fact that the wall colour is still seen through the clock allows it to comfortably sit within it’s setting as it beautifully compliments the subdued stylish furniture. It is important to note that nothing else in the space fights or competes with the clock. Placement and hierarchy are important key objectives and aspects when considering scale in décor.

The room is divided into thirds, both horizontally and vertically. In proportion, the clock takes up two thirds of the upper section of the wall space. It has been centred in the room for maximum ‘wow’ factor and all the furniture is carefully arranged in a balanced asymmetrical fashion. The emphasis on the clock is enhanced by how the eye travels to it via the strategically grouped candles and the contrasting solidary purple cushion which features in an otherwise achromatic scheme. This layout places the centre of the clock in the vanishing point.

Ample light generously streams through the windows illuminating the whole room creating a bright airy zone.

The room is harmonious and unity lies in the way the space is well balanced with all the elements working to compliment each other in order and cohesion. The U shaped layout is especially designed to promote communication and dialogue. The sophisticated streamlined décor gives a sense of masculine formality.

For me the importance of the clock in the living room makes reference to finding time to connect, unlike a clock in a kitchen that concerns itself solely with time increments, schedules and appointments.